1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Twingo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |